Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears and Lions

How Ben Johnson impacted the Chicago Bears’ aggressive start to free agency
Players are excited to come play for new Bears head coach Ben Johnson, we learned as we met the five acquisitions at Halas Hall.
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Ben Johnson isn't just taking his offense to Chicago. He's taking Lions' blueprint, too
Ben Johnson didn't just leave Detroit for its rival, he is taking parts of Detroit with him, including Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell's blueprint.
Former Lions OL heading to Chicago to rejoin Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears and new head coach Ben Johnson are trading for a former Lions OL who thrived under Johnson in Detroit
Jonah Jackson explains Ben Johnson's expectations for Bears offensive line
In one of several moves this offseason, the Chicago Bears shored up the offensive line with the addition of guard Jonah Jackson, who was acquired from the Los Angeles Rams for a 2025 sixth-round pick.
Bears coach Ben Johnson not looking to take the easy route
Johnson was asked Thursday about trying to make life easier for his new offensive linemen. Ease, he said, had no place in the discussion.
Bears OL Joe Thuney explains why he wanted to play for Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears prioritized the retooling of their offensive line through several moves, including the acquisitions of Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson via trade and the signing of Drew Dalman in free agency.
Bears HC Ben Johnson Sends Stern Warning to His Players and Chicago Fans Are Loving It
The Chicago Bears are going to have a different mindset and tougher mentality under new head coach Ben Johnson. Speaking to the press, the former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator signaled a change in tone when asked how he was going to approach training camp.
Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles hinted at Chicago Bears' NFL Draft plans when introducing free agents
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles gave hints about the team's plans to take offensive and defensive linemen in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Chicago Bears lose out on WR with connection to Ben Johnson
A wide receiver who was linked heavily to the Chicago Bears this offseason is not going to be reunited with Ben Johnson. Keenan Allen entered free agency this week after one season with the Bears.
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Ben Johnson still has a few things to learn, as do over-sensitive Detroit Lions fans
Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson didn't mince words about the difference between his new QB and ...
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Lions fans quickly turning on Ben Johnson with his latest comments
The Detroit Lions have had one of the more entertaining offenses for the last few years. The brainchild behind that entertainment was former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. After a shocking ...
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Lions new OC washes hands of Ben Johnson with Jared Goff warning
When asked about potentially replacing Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, he said the goal was to stay "as close to what [they've] been as possible." Morton was the Lions' senior offensive assistant ...
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Ben Johnson wins Assistant Coach of the Year; Detroit Lions face 'transition' with new OC
NEW ORLEANS — Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson won NFL Assistant Coach of the Year at the NFL Honors show Thursday. Johnson, who left the Lions last month to become ...
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Ben Johnson Candidly Admits It Wasn't 'Ideal' to Leave Lions For Rival Bears
Ben Johnson was viewed as a top coaching candidate over the last two seasons thanks to his success as the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions since 2022. Johnson creatively engineered ...
Lions Predicted to Lose 2 Key Players to Division Rival
The Detroit Lions could lose some key players to the Chicago Bears after former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson became their head coach.
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Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell still 'loves' Ben Johnson; what's next for J.J. McCarthy?
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell doesn't have a problem coaching against former protege Ben Johnson in Chicago. "Listen ...
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Ben Johnson Hated More After Perceived Goff Slight
Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator and current Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson made comments during his media session at the NFL Scouting Combine that drew ire from fans of his ...